Transcript
SK 100
Instruction manual
Contents
Contents Important safety instructions .................................................2 The SK 100 G3 bodypack transmitter....................................3 The frequency bank system............................................... 3 Areas of application............................................................. 4 Delivery includes.........................................................................5 Product overview........................................................................6 Overview of the SK 100 G3 bodypack transmitter........ 6 Overview of the displays .................................................... 7 Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation..............8 Inserting the batteries/accupack...................................... 8 Charging the accupack ....................................................... 8 Connecting the microphone cable/instrument cable.... 8 Attaching and positioning the microphones ................. 9 Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing ...... 10 Using the bodypack transmitter.......................................... 11 Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off ............... 11 Deactivating the lock mode temporarily...................... 12 Muting the audio signal or deactivating the RF signal....................................................................... 13 Selecting a standard display........................................... 15 Using the operating menu..................................................... 16 The buttons ........................................................................ 16 Overview of the operating menu .................................. 17 Working with the operating menu ............................... 18 Adjusting settings via the operating menu ...................... 20 The main menu “Menu”................................................... 20 The extended menu “Advanced Menu”........................ 23 Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a receiver.......................................................................... 26 Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with the receiver – individual operation ...................... 26 Synchronizing bodypack transmitters with receivers – multi-channel operation .................... 26 Cleaning the bodypack transmitter .................................... 27 Recommendations and tips .................................................. 28 If a problem occurs ... ............................................................. 29 Accessories and spare parts.................................................. 30 Specifications............................................................................ 31 Connector assignment ..................................................... 32 Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphones........................................................... 33 Manufacturer Declarations.................................................... 34 Index........................................................................................... 36
An animated instruction manual can be viewed on the SK 100 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. 1
Important safety instructions
Important safety instructions •
Read this instruction manual.
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Keep this instruction manual. Always include this instruction manual when passing the product on to third parties.
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Heed all warnings and follow all instructions in this instruction manual.
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Use only a cloth for cleaning the product.
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Do not place the product near any heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Only use attachments/accessories Sennheiser.
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Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required if the product has been damaged in any way, liquid has been spilled, objects have fallen inside, the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate properly or has been dropped.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of short circuits, do not use the product near water and do not expose it to rain or moisture.
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Replacement parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by Sennheiser or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. Intended use Intended use of the ew 100 G3 series products includes: •
having read these instructions especially the chapter “Important safety instructions”,
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using the products within the operating conditions and limitations described in this instruction manual.
“Improper use” means using the products other than as described in this instruction manual, or under operating conditions which differ from those described herein.
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The SK 100 G3 bodypack transmitter
The SK 100 G3 bodypack transmitter This bodypack transmitter is part of the evolution wireless series generation 3 (ew G3). With this series, Sennheiser offers high-quality state-of-the-art RF transmission systems with a high level of operational reliability and ease of use. Transmitters and receivers permit wireless transmission with studio-quality sound. Features of the evolution wireless 100 G3 series: •
Optimized PLL synthesizer and microprocessor technology
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HDX noise reduction system
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Pilot tone squelch control
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True diversity technology
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Switching bandwidth of 42 MHz
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Increased immunity to intermodulation and interferences in multi-channel operation
The frequency bank system The bodypack transmitter is available in 6 UHF frequency ranges with 1,680 transmission frequencies per frequency range: Range A: 516 – 558
Range G: 566 – 608
Range B: 626 – 668
Range C: 734 – 776
Range D: 780 – 822
Range E: 823 – 865
Each frequency range (A–E, G) offers 21 frequency banks with up to 12 channels each: Channel 1 – frequency preset Channel 2 – frequency preset Frequency bank 1... 20 Channel 12 – frequency preset Channel 1 – freely selectable frequency Channel 2 – freely selectable frequency Frequency bank U Channel 12 – freely selectable frequency
Each of the channels in the frequency banks “1” to “20” has been factory-preset to a fixed frequency (frequency preset). The factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free. These frequencies cannot be changed.
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The SK 100 G3 bodypack transmitter For an overview of the frequency presets, please refer to the supplied frequency information sheet. Updated versions of the frequency information sheet can be downloaded from the SK 100 G3 product page on our website at www.sennheiser.com. The frequency bank “U” allows you to freely select and store frequencies. It might be that these frequencies are not intermodulation-free.
Areas of application The bodypack transmitter can be combined with the EM 100 G3 stationary receiver. The EM 100 G3 stationary receiver is available in the same UHF frequency ranges and is equipped with the same frequency bank system with factory-preset frequencies. This has the advantage that •
a transmission system is ready for immediate use after switch-on,
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several transmission systems can be operated simultaneously on the preset frequencies without causing intermodulation interference.
Transmitter Combinable with
Receiver
SK 100 G3
EM 100 G3
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Clip-on microphones: ME 2, ME 4
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Headmics: ME 3
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Instrument cable: CI 1
20.12
PEAK
40 25 10 RF
0 -10 -20 -30 AF
ew100 G3
533.875 MHz P
MUTE SET
Overview of the microphones and instrument cables: Microphone/ instrument cable
Microphone type
ME 2 clip-on microphone
pre-polarized condenser microphone
ME 4 clip-on microphone
Pick-up pattern – omni – cardioid
ME 3 headmic CI 1 instrument cable
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– cardioid –
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Delivery includes
Delivery includes The packaging contains the following items: 1 SK 100 G3 bodypack transmitter 2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V 1 instruction manual 1 frequency information sheet 1 RF licensing information sheet
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Product overview
Product overview Overview of the SK 100 G3 bodypack transmitter
쐋 쐃
쐇
쐏 씉 쐂 씈
쐄 쐂 쐆
쐉
쐊 쐈
쐎 쐅 쐈
쐃 Microphone/instrument input (MIC/LINE), 3.5 mm jack socket, lockable 쐇 MUTE switch 쐋 Antenna 쐏 Operation and battery status indicator, red LED (lit = ON/flashing = LOW BATTERY) 쐄 Audio overmodulation indicator, yellow LED (lit = AF PEAK) 쐂 Charging contacts 쐆 SET button 쐊 왖/왔 rocker button (UP/DOWN) 쐎 Battery compartment 쐅 Battery compartment cover 쐈 Battery compartment catches 쐉 Infra-red interface 씈 ON/OFF button with ESC function (cancel) 씉 Display panel, backlit in orange
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Product overview
Overview of the displays After switch-on, the bodypack transmitter displays the standard display “Frequency/Name”. For further illustrations and examples of the different standard displays, refer to page 15. The display backlighting is automatically reduced after approx. 20 seconds.
햲
햳 햴
햵
533.875 MHz ew100 G3 AF
햶
P MUTE 햷
햸
햹
Display
Meaning
햲 Audio level “AF”
Modulation of the bodypack transmitter with peak hold function When the transmitter’s audio input level is excessively high, the “AF” display shows full deflection and, in addition, the yellow AF PEAK LED 쐄 lights up:
쐄
햳 Frequency
Current transmission frequency
햴 Name
Freely selectable name of the transmitter
햵 Transmission icon RF signal is being transmitted 햶 Lock mode icon
Lock mode is activated
햷 “P” (pilot tone)
Pilot tone transmission is activated
햸 “MUTE”
Audio signal is muted
햹 Battery status
Charge status: approx. 100 % approx. 70 % approx. 30 % charge status is critical, the red LOW BATTERY LED 쐏 is flashing:
쐏
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation
Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation Inserting the batteries/accupack For powering the bodypack transmitter, you can either use two 1.5 V AA size batteries or the rechargeable Sennheiser BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 30). 왘 Open the battery compartment by pushing the two catches 쐈 in the direction of the arrows and open the cover 쐅.
쐈
쐂 쐅
쐂
쐅
왘 Insert the two batteries or the accupack as shown above. Please observe correct polarity when inserting the batteries/accupack. 왘 Close the battery compartment. The battery compartment cover 쐅 locks into place with an audible click.
Charging the accupack To charge the bodypack transmitter with the BA 2015 accupack (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 30) installed: 왘 Insert the bodypack transmitter into the L 2015 charger (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 30). The L 2015 charger can only charge the combination BA 2015 accupack/bodypack transmitter. Standard batteries (primary cells) or individual rechargeable battery cells cannot be charged in this way.
Connecting the microphone cable/ instrument cable The audio input is designed for the connection of both condenser microphones and instruments (e.g. guitars). DC powering of the condenser microphones is via the audio input (3.5 mm jack socket MIC/LINE 쐃).
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation 왘 Use one of the recommended Sennheiser microphones or the optional CI 1 instrument cable (see “Accessories and spare parts” on page 30). 왘 Connect the 3.5 mm jack plug 씊 from the Sennheiser microphone or instrument cable to the 3.5 mm jack socket MIC/LINE 쐃.
씊 쐃 씋 왘 Lock the 3.5 mm jack plug by screwing down the coupling ring 씋. 왘 Via the operating menu, adjust the sensitivity of the microphone/line input (see page 20).
Attaching and positioning the microphones ME 2 왘 Use the microphone clip 씌 to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel). 왘 Attach the ME 2 microphone as close as possible to the sound source.
씌 The ME 2 clip-on microphone has an omni-directional pickup pattern. It is therefore not necessary to position it precisely. ME 3 왘 Adjust the ME 3 headmic so that a comfortable and secure fit is ensured.
The ME 3 headmic has a cardioid pick-up pattern. 왘 Position the microphone so that its sound inlet is directed towards the sound source (e.g. mouth).
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Putting the bodypack transmitter into operation ME 4 왘 Use the microphone clip 씌 to attach the microphone to clothing (e.g. tie, lapel).
씌 The ME 4 clip-on microphone has a cardioid pick-up pattern. 왘 Position the ME 4 so that its sound inlet is directed towards the sound source (e.g. mouth).
Attaching the bodypack transmitter to clothing You can use the belt clip 씍 to attach the bodypack transmitter to clothing (e.g. belt, waistband).
씍
The belt clip is detachable so that you can also attach the bodypack transmitter with the antenna pointing downwards. To do so, withdraw the belt clip 씍 from its fixing points and attach it the other way round. The belt clip 씍 is secured so that it cannot slide out of its fixing points accidentally. To detach the belt clip: 왘 Lift the belt clip as shown.
왘 Press down the belt clip at one fixing point and pull it out of the transmitter housing. 왘 Repeat for the other side.
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Using the bodypack transmitter
Using the bodypack transmitter To establish a transmission link, proceed as follows: 1. Switch the receiver on (see the instruction manual of the receiver). 2. Switch the bodypack transmitter on (see next section). The transmission link is established and the receiver’s RF level display “RF” reacts. It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 26. If you cannot establish a transmission link between bodypack transmitter and receiver, refer to the chapter “Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with the receiver – individual operation” on page 26.
Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off 왘 Push the two battery compartment catches 쐈 and open the battery compartment cover 쐅.
햵 쐏 씈 쐈 쐈 쐅
To switch the bodypack transmitter on (online operation): ON/OFF
왘 Briefly press the ON/OFF button 씈. The bodypack transmitter transmits an RF signal. The standard display “Frequency/Name” appears on the display panel. The red ON LED 쐏 lights up and the transmission icon 햵 is displayed. You can switch the bodypack transmitter on and deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, see page 12.
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Using the bodypack transmitter To switch the bodypack transmitter off: 왘 If necessary, deactivate the lock mode (see page 12). ON/OFF
왘 Keep the ON/OFF button pressed until “OFF” appears on the display panel. The red ON LED 쐏 goes off and the display panel turns off. When in the operating menu, pressing the ON/ OFF button will cancel your entry (ESC function) and return you to the current standard display.
To switch the bodypack transmitter on and to deactivate the RF signal on switch-on (offline operation): ON/OFF
왘 Keep the ON/OFF button pressed until “RF Mute On?” appears on the display panel. Press the SET button. The transmission frequency is displayed but the bodypack transmitter does not transmit an RF signal. The transmission icon 햵 is not displayed. 533.875 MHz ew100 G3 AF
햵
P MUTE
Use this function to save battery power or to prepare a bodypack transmitter for use during live operation without causing interference to existing transmission links. To activate the RF signal: ON/OFF
왘 Briefly press the ON/OFF button. “RF Mute Off?” appears on the display panel. 왘 Press the SET button. The transmission icon 햵 is displayed again.
Deactivating the lock mode temporarily You can activate or deactivate the automatic lock mode via the “Auto Lock” menu item (see page 22). If the lock mode is activated, you have to temporarily deactivate it In order to be able to operate the bodypack transmitter: 왘 Press the SET button. “Locked” appears on the display panel. 왘 Press the rocker button. “Unlock?” appears on the display panel.
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Using the bodypack transmitter 왘 Press the SET button. The lock mode is temporarily deactivated. How you are using the bodypack transmitter determines how long the lock mode remains deactivated: When you are in the operating menu The lock mode remains deactivated until you exit the operating menu. When one of the standard displays is shown The lock mode is automatically activated after 10 seconds. The lock mode icon 햶 flashes prior to the lock mode being activated again. 533.875 MHz ew100 G3 AF
P MUTE
햶
Muting the audio signal or deactivating the RF signal 쐇
The MUTE switch 쐇 allows you to mute the audio signal or to deactivate the RF signal. Via the “Mute Mode” menu item, you can set the desired function of the MUTE switch 쐇 (see page 24): Setting “AF On/Off”
“RF On/Off”
“Disabled”
Slide the MUTE switch 쐇 ...
Function
... to the left (position MUTE)
Mutes the audio signal
... to the right
Unmutes the audio signal
... to the left (position MUTE)
Deactivates the RF signal (offline operation)
... to the right
Activates the RF signal (online operation)
No function
왘 From the “Mute Mode” menu item, select the desired setting (see page 24). 왘 Exit the operating menu. 왘 Slide the MUTE switch MUTE 쐇 to the left, to the position MUTE. The bodypack transmitter reacts as indicated in the table. 13
Using the bodypack transmitter The current state of the muting function or the RF signal is displayed on the display panel of the bodypack transmitter. 533.875 MHz ew100 G3 AF
햵
P MUTE
햸 Audio signal is muted Transmitter’s display panel: “MUTE” 햸 is displayed Audio signal is activated (muting is deactivated) Transmitter’s display panel: “MUTE” 햸 is not displayed RF signal is deactivated Transmitter’s display panel: transmission icon 햵 is not displayed, “MUTE” 햸 is displayed RF signal is activated Transmitter’s display panel: Transmission icon 햵 is displayed, “MUTE” 햸 is not displayed You can also deactivate the RF signal on switch-on. For more information, refer to the chapter “Switching the bodypack transmitter on/off” on page 12. Using the ON/OFF button, you can also activate/ deactivate the RF signal during operation. To do so, briefly press the ON/OFF button and proceed as described on page 12.
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Using the bodypack transmitter
Selecting a standard display 왘 Press the rocker button to select a standard display: Contents of the display
533.875 MHz ew100 G3 AF
“Frequency bank/Channel/ Frequency”
P MUTE
ew100 G3 B.Ch: 20.12 AF
“Frequency/Name”
P MUTE
B.Ch: 20.12 533.875 MHz AF
Selectable standard display
“Name/Frequency bank/ Channel”
P MUTE
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Using the operating menu
Using the operating menu A special feature of the Sennheiser ew G3 series is the consistent, intuitive menu structure of transmitters and receivers. As a result, adjustments to the settings can be made quickly – even in stressful situations, for example on stage or during a live show or presentation. Make use of the possibility to adjust settings via the operating menu of the receiver and to transfer these settings to the bodypack transmitter. For more information on how to transfer settings to the bodypack transmitter, refer to the instruction manual of your receiver. The relevant information is marked with the sync icon.
The buttons Button
Function of the button
Press the ON/OFF button
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Switches the bodypack transmitter on and off
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Cancels the entry and returns to the current standard display (ESC function)
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Activates/deactivates the RF signal (special function, see page 12)
Press the SET • button
Changes from the current standard display to the operating menu
ON/OFF
Press the rocker button
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•
Calls up a menu item
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Enters a submenu
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Stores the settings and returns to the operating menu
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Selects a standard display
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Changes to the next/previous menu item
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Changes the setting of a menu item
Using the operating menu
Overview of the operating menu Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity Frequency Preset Name Auto Lock Advanced Exit
Display
Extended menu “Advanced Menu” Tune Mute Mode Cable Emulation Pilot Tone LCD Contrast Reset Software Revision Exit
Function of the menu item
Main menu “Menu” Sensitivity
Adjusts the sensitivity “AF” (see page 20)
Frequency Preset Sets the frequency bank and the channel (see page 21) Name
Enters the transmitter name (see page 22)
Auto Lock
Activates/deactivates the lock mode (see page 22)
Advanced
Calls up the extended menu “Advanced Menu” (see page 23)
Exit
Exits the operating menu and returns to the current standard display
Extended menu “Advanced Menu” Tune
Sets the transmission frequencies for the frequency bank “U” (see page 23) Sets the channel and the transmission frequency for the frequency bank “U” (see page 23)
Mute Mode
Sets the mode for the MUTE switch (see page 24)
Cable Emulation
Emulates guitar cable capacities (see page 24)
Pilot Tone
Activates/deactivates the pilot tone transmission (see page 24)
LCD Contrast
Adjusts the contrast of the display panel (see page 25)
Reset
Resets the settings made in the operating menu (see page 25)
Software Revision Displays the current software revision (see page 25) Exit
Exits the extended menu “Advanced Menu” and returns to the main menu
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Using the operating menu
Working with the operating menu If the lock mode is activated, you have to deactivate it In order to be able to work with the operating menu (see page 12). By way of example of the “Sensitivity” menu, this section describes how to use the operating menu. Changing from a standard display to the operating menu 왘 Press the SET button. The current standard display is replaced by the main menu. The last selected menu item is displayed. Selecting a menu item 왘 Press the rocker button to change to the “Sensitivity” menu item. The current setting of the selected menu item is displayed:
Menu Sensitivity –12 dB
Changing and storing settings SET
Menu Sensitivity –12 dB
Sensitivity –12 dB
Sensitivity –36 dB
Call up “Sensitivity”
Select the desired setting
Store the setting SET
“Stored”
왘 Press the SET button to call up the menu item. 왘 Press the rocker button to adjust the input sensitivity. 왘 Press the SET button to store the setting.
Canceling an entry ON/OFF
왘 Press the ON/OFF button to cancel the entry. The current standard display appears on the display panel.
To subsequently return to the last edited menu item: 왘 Press the SET button repeatedly until the last edited menu item appears.
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Using the operating menu Exiting a menu item 왘 Change to the “Exit” menu item.
Menu Exit 왘 Confirm your selection. You return to the next higher menu level. To directly return to the current standard display: ON/OFF
왘 Press the ON/OFF button.
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu
Adjusting settings via the operating menu Make use of the possibility to adjust settings via the operating menu of your receiver and to transfer these settings to the bodypack transmitter. For more information, refer to the instruction manual of the receiver. The relevant information is marked with the sync icon.
The main menu “Menu” Adjusting the input sensitivity – “Sensitivity” SET
Menu Sensitivity –12 dB
Sensitivity –12 dB
Sensitivity –36 dB
Call up “Sensitivity”
Select the desired setting
Store the setting SET
“Stored”
Adjustment range: 0 to –60 dB, adjustable in steps of 3 dB The audio level display “AF” 햲 always indicates the audio level, even if the bodypack transmitter is muted, e.g. allowing you to check the adjusted sensitivity before live operation.
B.Ch: 20.12 533.875 MHz AF
쐄
P MUTE
햲 Input sensitivity is Effect/display adjusted ... ... too high
Close talking distances, speakers with loud voices or loud music passages cause overmodulation in the transmission link. The yellow AF PEAK LED 쐄 lights up. The audio level display “AF” 햲 shows full deflection for the duration of the overmodulation.
... correctly
The audio level display “AF” 햲 shows full deflection only during the loudest passages.
... too low
The transmission link is undermodulated. This results in a signal with high background noise.
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu The following figures are a guide to the best settings: Transmission situation
Sensitivity setting
Loud music/vocals
−30 to −21 dB
Presentations
−21 to 0 dB
Instrument input Electric guitars with single coil pickups
−30 to −24 dB
Electric guitars with humbucker pickups
−45 to −30 dB
Guitars with active electronics (active pickups, active EQs, piezo pickups)
−45 to −30 dB
Selecting the frequency bank and the channel manually – “Frequency Preset” SET
SET
Menu Frequency Preset B.Ch: 1. 1
Frequency Preset B.Ch: 1. 1 518.200 MHz
Frequency Preset B.Ch: 20. 1 533.875 MHz
Call up “Frequency Preset”
Select the frequency bank and confirm
Select the channel; store the setting SET
“Stored”
When you are in the “Frequency Preset” menu item, the RF signal is deactivated. Overview of the frequency banks and channels: Frequency bank
Channels
Type
“1” to “20”
up to 12 per System bank: frequency frequencies are factorybank preset
“U”
up to 12
User bank: frequencies are freely selectable
When setting up multi-channel systems, please observe the following: Only the factory-preset frequencies within one frequency bank are intermodulation-free (see page 26). Bodypack transmitter and receiver of a transmission link have to be set to the same frequency. 왘 It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 26.
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu Entering a name – “Name” SET
SET
Name Lichael
Menu Name
Name Michael
Lichael Call up “Name”
Enter a character and confirm
Enter a character; store the setting SET
“Stored”
Via the “Name” menu, you can enter a freely selectable name (e.g. the name of the performer) for the bodypack transmitter. The name can be displayed on the standard displays “Frequency/Name” and “Name/Frequency bank/Channel”. The name can consist of up to 8 characters such as: •
letters (without pronounciation marks),
•
numbers from 0 to 9,
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special characters and spaces.
To enter a name, proceed as follows: 왘 Press the rocker button to select a character. 왘 Press the SET button to change to the next segment/character or to store the complete entry. Activating/deactivating the automatic lock mode – “Auto Lock” SET
Menu Auto Lock Active
Auto Lock Active
Auto Lock Inactive
Call up “Auto Lock”
Select the desired setting
Store the setting SET
“Stored”
The lock mode prevents that the bodypack transmitter is accidentally switched off or programed during operation. The lock mode icon 햶 on the current standard display indicates that the lock mode is activated. 왘 Press the rocker button to select the desired setting. For information on how to use the lock mode, refer to page 12.
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu
The extended menu “Advanced Menu” Setting transmission frequencies for the frequency bank “U” – “Tune” When you have selected one of the system banks and then select the “Tune” menu, the bodypack transmitter automatically switches to channel 1 of the frequency bank “U”. In this case, “U.1” briefly appears on the display panel. Upon delivery, the channels of the frequency bank “U” are not assigned a transmission frequency. When you are in the “Tune” menu item, the RF signal is deactivated. Via the “Tune” menu item, you can set a transmission frequency to be stored in the current channel or you can select a different channel in the frequency bank “U” and assign this channel a transmission frequency. It is vital to observe the notes on frequency selection on page 26. Setting a transmission frequency for the current channel 왘 Press the rocker button until the “Tune” menu item appears. 왘 Press the SET button. The frequency selection appears. SET
Advanced Menu Tune 543.200 MHz
Tune 543.200 MHz B.Ch: U. 1
Call up “Tune”
Select the MHz value and confirm
SET
Tune 544.200 MHz B.Ch: U. 1 Select the kHz value; store the setting SET
“Stored”
왘 Set the desired frequency. 왘 Press the SET button. Your settings are stored. You are back to the operating menu. Selecting a channel and assigning this channel a frequency 왘 Press the rocker button until the “Tune” menu item appears. 왘 Keep the SET button pressed until the channel selection appears.
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu
Advanced Menu Tune 543.200 MHz
SET
SET
Tune 543.200 MHz B.Ch: U. 1
Tune 543.200 MHz B.Ch: U. 1
Select the channel; store the setting
Call up “Tune” (special function)
Set the frequency SET
“Stored”
왘 Set the desired channel. 왘 Press the SET button. The frequency selection appears. 왘 Set the desired frequency. 왘 Press the SET button. Your settings are stored. You are back to the operating menu. Setting the mode for the MUTE switch – “Mute Mode” SET
Advanced Menu Mute Mode AF On/Off
Mute Mode AF On/Off
Mute Mode RF On/Off
Call up “Mute Mode”
Select the desired setting
Store the setting SET
“Stored”
Mode
Function
“AF On/Off”
When the switch is in the MUTE position, no audio signal is transmitted.
“RF On/Off”
When the switch is in the MUTE position, the RF signal is deactivated.
“Disabled”
The muting function is deactivated.
For information on how to use the MUTE switch, refer to page 13. Emulating guitar cables – “Cable Emulation” SET
Advanced Menu Cable Emulation Medium
Cable Emulation Medium
Cable Emulation High
Call up “Cable Emulation”
Select the desired setting
Store the setting SET
“Stored”
Via the “Cable Emulation” menu item, you can emulate 4 different guitar cable capacities. Activating/deactivating the pilot tone transmission – “Pilot Tone” Advanced Menu Name Pilot Tone Active Call up “Pilot Tone”
SET
Pilot Tone Active Select the desired setting
Pilot Tone Inactive Store the setting SET
“Stored”
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Adjusting settings via the operating menu The bodypack transmitter adds an inaudible signal, known as the pilot tone, to the transmitted signal. The receiver detects and evaluates the pilot tone. The pilot tone supports the receiver’s squelch function (Squelch) and protects against interference due to RF signals from other devices. Devices of the ew 100 G1 series (generation 1) do not support the pilot tone function. Therefore, please observe the following when combining a bodypack transmitter or receiver of the ew 100 G3 series (generation 3) with devices from an earlier evolution wireless generation: Transmitter
Receiver
Make sure to ...
w G3/ w G2
w G3/ w G2
... activate the pilot tone function on both bodypack transmitter and receiver.
w G3
w G1
... deactivate the pilot tone function on the ew 100 G3 bodypack transmitter.
w G1
w G3
... deactivate the pilot tone function on the ew 100 G3 receiver.
Adjusting the contrast of the display panel – “LCD Contrast“ You can adjust the contrast of the display panel in 16 steps. Resetting the settings made in the operating menu – “Reset” Advanced Menu Reset Call up “Reset”
SET
Reset Yes Select the desired setting; apply the setting SET
“Stored”
When resetting the settings made in the operating menu, only the selected settings for the pilot tone and for the frequency bank “U” remain unchanged. For an overview of the factory-preset default settings, refer to the supplied frequency information sheet. Displaying the software revision – “Software Revision” You can display the current software revision of the bodypack transmitter.
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Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a receiver
Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a receiver When synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with a receiver, please observe the following: 왘 Only use a transmitter and a receiver from the same frequency range (see the type plate on the transmitter and the receiver). 왘 Make sure that the desired frequencies are listed in the enclosed frequency information sheet. 왘 Make sure that the desired frequencies are approved and legal in your country and, if necessary, apply for an operating license.
Synchronizing the bodypack transmitter with the receiver – individual operation Upon delivery, the bodypack transmitter and the receiver are synchronized with each other. If, however, you cannot establish a transmission link between bodypack transmitter and receiver, you have to synchronize the channels of the devices. For information on automatic synchronization of the bodypack transmitter with the receiver (individual operation), refer to the instruction manual of the receiver. This information is marked with the icon. Alternatively, you can set the channel on the bodypack transmitter manually: 왘 Make sure that you set the bodypack transmitter to the same frequency bank and the same channel as the receiver (see page 21). If you still cannot establish a transmission link, refer to the chapter “If a problem occurs ...” on page 29.
Synchronizing bodypack transmitters with receivers – multi-channel operation Combined with ew 100 G3 receivers, ew 100 G3 bodypack transmitters can form transmission links that can be used in multi-channel systems. For information on automatic synchronization of bodypack transmitters with receivers (multi-channel operation), refer to the instruction manual of your receiver. For more information on multi-channel operation, visit the SK 100 G3 product page at www.sennheiser.com.
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Cleaning the bodypack transmitter
Cleaning the bodypack transmitter CAUTION! Liquids can damage the electronics of the bodypack transmitter! Liquids entering the housing of the device can cause a short-circuit and damage the electronics. 왘 Keep all liquids away from the bodypack transmitter. 왘 Use a cloth to clean the bodypack transmitter from time to time. 왘 Do not use any solvents or cleansing agents.
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Recommendations and tips
Recommendations and tips ... for the ME 2 and ME 4 clip-on microphones •
To reduce level variations to a minimum when the user turns his or her head away from the microphone, attach the microphone as centrally as possible.
•
To protect the microphone against excessive sweat/ moisture, avoid direct skin contact.
•
Attach the microphone carefully and conduct the cable so that noise due to friction is avoided.
•
Always use the ME 4 directional microphone with a windshield and direct the microphone towards the sound source (e.g. mouth).
... for the ME 3 headmic •
Always use the microphone with a pop shield and position the microphone at the corner of the mouth.
•
You can vary the bass reproduction by increasing/ decreasing the talking distance.
•
Make sure that the sound inlet is directed towards the mouth. The sound inlet is marked with a little dot.
... for the bodypack transmitter •
Make sure that the antenna and the microphone cable do not cross.
•
The antenna should hang freely and be at least 1 cm away from the body. The antenna must not be in direct contact with the skin.
•
For best results, make sure that the transmitter sensitivity is correctly adjusted.
... for optimum reception •
Transmission range depends to a large extent on location and can vary from about 10 m to about 150 m. There should be a “free line of sight” between transmitting and receiving antennas.
•
To avoid overloading the receiver, observe a minimum distance of 5 m between transmitting and receiving antennas.
... for multi-channel operation •
For multi-channel operation, you should only use the channels within one frequency bank. Each of the frequency banks “1” to “20” accommodates factorypreset frequencies which are intermodulation-free.
•
When using several transmitters simultaneously, interference can be avoided by maintaining a minimum distance of 20 cm between two transmitters.
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If a problem occurs ...
If a problem occurs ... Problem
Possible cause
Possible solution
Bodypack transmitter cannot be operated, “Locked” appears on the display panel
Lock mode is activated
Deactivate the lock mode (see page 12).
No operation indication
Batteries are flat Replace the batteries or or accupack is flat recharge the accupack (see page 8).
No RF signal Bodypack transat the mitter and receiver receiver are not on the same channel
Set the bodypack transmitter to the same channel as the receiver. Synchronize the bodypack transmitter with the receiver (see page 26).
Transmission Reduce the distance range is exceeded between bodypack transmitter and receiving antennas. RF signal is deactivated (“RF Mute“)
Activate the RF signal (see page 13).
RF signal available, no audio signal, “MUTE” appears on the display panel
Bodypack transmitter is muted (MUTE)
Cancel the muting (see page 13).
Bodypack transmitter doesn’t transmit a pilot tone
Activate or deactivate the pilot tone transmission (see page 24).
Audio signal has a high level of background noise or audio signal is distorted
Bodypack transmitter’s sensitivity is adjusted too low/too high
Adjust the input sensitivity (see page 20).
Receiver’s squelch Reduce the squelch threshold is threshold setting on adjusted too high the receiver.
If a problem occurs that is not listed in the above table or if the problem cannot be solved with the proposed solutions, please contact your local Sennheiser partner for assistance. To find a Sennheiser partner in your country, search at www.sennheiser.com under “Service & Support”.
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Accessories and spare parts
Accessories and spare parts The following accessories are available from your specialist dealer: Cat. No.
Product name and description
009950
BA 2015 accupack
009828
L 2015 charger
503168
CC 3 system case
009825
BPP 1 bodypack pouch Adapters
009827
DC 2 power adapter (12 V DC) Cables
005021
CI 1 instrument cable (with ¼” (6.3 mm) jack plug)
004840
CL 2 line cable (with XLR-3F connector) Microphones
005018
ME 2 clip-on microphone, condenser, omni-directional
005020
ME 4 clip-on microphone, condenser, cardioid
009862
HSP 2 headmic, condenser, omni-directional
009864
HSP 4 headmic, condenser, cardioid
005019
ME 3-ew headmic, condenser, cardioid
009831
MKE 2-ew Gold clip-on microphone, color black condenser, omni-directional
009832
MKE 2-ew-3 clip-on microphone, color beige condenser, omni-directional
500527
MKE 40 clip-on microphone, condenser, cardioid
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Specifications
Specifications RF characteristics Modulation
wideband FM
Frequency ranges
516–558, 566–608, 626–668, 734–776, 780–822, 823–865 MHz (A–E, G, see page 3)
Transmission frequencies
1,680 frequencies, tuneable in steps of 25 kHz 20 frequency banks, each with up to 12 factorypreset channels 1 frequency bank with up to 12 user programmable channels
Switching bandwidth
42 MHz
Nominal/peak deviation
±24 kHz/±48 kHz
Frequency stability
≤ ±15 ppm
RF output power at 50 Ω
typ. 30 mW
Pilot tone squelch
can be switched off
AF characteristics Compander system
Sennheiser HDX
AF frequency response
microphone: 80–18,000 Hz line: 25–18,000 Hz
Signal-to-noise ratio (1 mV, peak deviation)
≥ 110 dBA
THD
≤ 0.9%
Max. input voltage microphone/line
3 Vrms
Input impedance microphone/line
40 kΩ, unbalanced/1 MΩ
Input capacitance
switchable
Adjustment range of input sensitivity
60 dB, adjustable in 3-dB steps
Overall device Temperature range
−10°C to +55°C
Power supply
2 AA size batteries, 1.5 V or BA 2015 accupack
Nominal voltage
2.4 V
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Specifications
Current consumption: at nominal voltage
typ. 180 mA (30 mW)
with switched-off transmitter
≤ 25 μA
Operating time
typ. 8 hrs
Dimensions
approx. 82 x 64 x 24 mm
Weight (incl. batteries)
approx. 160 g
In compliance with Europe
EMC Radio Safety
EN 301489-1/-9 EN 300422-1/-2 EN 60065 EN 62311 (SAR)
Approved by Canada
Industry Canada RSS 123 IC 2099A-G3SK limited to 806 MHz
USA
FCC-Part 74 FCC-ID: DMO G3SK limited to 698 MHz
Microphones ME 2
ME 3
ME 4
Microphone type condenser
condenser
condenser
Sensitivity
20 mV/Pa
1.6 mV/Pa
40 mV/Pa
Pick-up pattern
omni
cardioid
cardioid
Max. SPL
130 dB SPL 150 dB SPL 120 dB SPL
Connector assignment 3.5 mm jack plug: Mic
Line Line
Mic
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Specifications
Polar diagrams and frequency response curves of the microphones Polar diagram ME 3 0° 0
30°
60°
Polar diagram ME 4 30°
30°
5
10
10 60°
60°
15
25
90°
dB
120°
120°
150°
150° 180°
250 Hz
60°
20
25
125 Hz
30°
15
20
90°
0° 0
5
500 Hz 1000 Hz
2000 Hz 4000 Hz
90°
90°
dB
120°
125 Hz
120°
150°
250 Hz
150° 180°
2000 Hz 4000 Hz
8000 Hz
500 Hz
8000 Hz
16000 Hz
1000 Hz
16000 Hz
Frequency response curve ME 2 dBV -10 -20 -30 -40 -50 -60
50
100
200
500
1.000 1k
2k
5k
10.000 10k
20k
Hz
2k
5k
10.000 10k
20k
Hz
2k
5k
10.000 10k
20k
Hz
Frequency response curve ME 3 dBV -40 -50 -60 -70 -90 -100
50
100
200
1m
500
1.000 1k
5 cm
Frequency response curve ME 4 dBV -10 -20 -30 -40 -50 -60
50
100 0° / 1 m
200
500 90° / 1 m
1.000 1k
0° / 10 cm
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Manufacturer Declarations
Manufacturer Declarations Warranty Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG gives a warranty of 24 months on this product. For the current warranty conditions, please visit our web site at www.sennheiser.com or contact your Sennheiser partner. In compliance with the following requirements •
RoHS Directive (2002/95/EC)
•
WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) Please dispose of the bodypack transmitter at the end of its operational lifetime by taking it to your local collection point or recycling center for such equipment.
•
Battery Directive (2006/66/EC) The supplied batteries or rechargeable batteries can be recycled. Please dispose of them as special waste or return them to your specialist dealer. In order to protect the environment, only dispose of exhausted batteries.
CE Declaration of Conformity • •
0682 R&TTE Directive (1999/5/CE) The declaration is available at www.sennheiser.com. Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations.
Statements regarding FCC and Industry Canada This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Manufacturer Declarations •
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This class B digital device complies with the Canadian ICES-003. Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Sennheiser electronic Corp. may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment. Before putting the device into operation, please observe the respective country-specific regulations!
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Index
Index A
Accupack charging 8 inserting 8 Activating/deactivating lock mode (Auto Lock) 22 pilot tone 24 Adjusting cable emulation 24 contrast (LCD Contrast) 25 input sensitivity (Sensitivity) 20 Advanced Menu (extended menu) overview 17 settings 23 AF (audio level) 7 AF PEAK (overmodulation) 7 Attaching bodypack transmitter 10 microphones 9 Audio signal, muting (Mute) 13 Auto Lock (activating/deactivating the lock mode) 22 B
Batteries, inserting 8 Bodypack transmitter attaching to clothing 10 cleaning 27 resetting (Reset) 25 switching on/off 11 synchronizing with receiver 26 Buttons (function of the ~) 16 C
Cable emulation (emulating guitar cables) 24 Channel assigning a frequency 23 overview 3 selecting (Frequency Preset) 21 selecting (Tune) 23 Charging accupack 8 battery status display 7 Cleaning (bodypack transmitter) 27 Connecting (microphone/instrument cable) 8 D
Deactivating lock mode temporarily 12 Displays adjusting the contrast (LCD Contrast) 25 charge status 7 overview 7 standard displays 15 E
Emulating guitar cables (Cable emulation) 24 F
Factory default settings (resetting the settings in the operating menu) 25
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Index Frequency preset frequencies 3 ~ ranges 3 selecting ~ presets 21 setting the transmission ~ 23 Frequency bank overview 3 selecting (Frequency Preset) 21 ~ system 3 Frequency Preset (selecting a frequency bank/ channel) 21 I
Infra-red transmission 26 Inserting (batteries/accupack) 8 Instrument cable, connecting 8 L
LCD Contrast (contrast of the display panel) 25 Lock mode activating/deactivating (Auto Lock) 22 deactivating temporarily 12 Locked (lock mode activated) 12 M
Menu (main menu) overview 17 settings 20 Microphones attaching/positioning 9 connecting the microphone cable 8 overview 4 pick-up patterns 4 polar diagrams and frequency response curves 33 suitable ~ 4 Modulation (input sensitivity/adjusting the sensitivity) 20 Multi-channel system 26 Mute (muting the audio signal) 13 Mute Mode (setting the mode for the MUTE switch) 24 MUTE switch function 13 setting the mode (Mute Mode) 24 Muting (audio signal) 13 N
Name (entering a name) 22 O
Offline operation (RF signal deactivated) 12 Online operation (RF signal activated) 11 P
Pilot tone activating/deactivating 24 transmission 24 R
Reset (resetting the settings in the operating menu) 25 RF signal activating (online operation) 11 deactivating (during operation) 14 deactivating (offline operation) 12, 13 S
Sensitivity (adjusting the input sensitivity) 20 Setting MUTE switch (Mute Mode) 24 transmission frequency (Tune) 23
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Index Setting up transmission link 26 Software Revision (displaying the software revision) 25 Switching on/off bodypack transmitter 11 Synchronizing (bodypack transmitter/receiver) 26 T
Transmission frequency selecting (Frequency Preset) 21 setting (Tune) 23 Transmission power, optimizing 28 Troubleshooting 29 Tune (setting a transmission frequency) 23 U
Unlock (deactivating the lock mode) 12 Using bodypack transmitter 11 operating menu 18
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Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany www.sennheiser.com
Printed in Germany Publ. 01/09 529669/A01
